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U.S. imports of low-density polyethylene (ldpe) and linear low-density polyethylene (lldpe), specific gravity under 0.94 (HS 390110) totaled $57.6M in April 2026, traded with 42 countries.
Importers of Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) and Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), Specific Gravity Under 0.94 paid $1.6M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $10.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolyethylene resins with a specific gravity below 0.94 — primarily low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) — are foundational packaging and film resins used across flexible packaging, agricultural films, wire and cable insulation, and consumer goods. The US tariff schedule subdivides this heading into seven 10-digit lines distinguishing LLDPE, medium-density PE below 0.94, and high-viscosity grades (≥1.44 dl/g), among others. Canada is the dominant supplier, benefiting from USMCA treatment and integrated North American petrochemical supply chains, with Germany and Mexico also significant sources. Imports from South Korea may be eligible for preferential treatment under KORUS.
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Polyethylene with a specific gravity of 0.94 or above classifies under a separate subheading (390120) covering high-density polyethylene. The 0.94 cutoff is measured on the resin in primary form; importers should obtain the manufacturer's technical data sheet confirming density to avoid misclassification, as LDPE and HDPE carry different duty treatment and are used in distinct downstream applications.
Tariff line 3901101000 covers polyethylene with a specific gravity below 0.94 and a viscosity number of 1.44 dl/g or greater — a specification associated with ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) used in industrial wear liners, medical implants, and ballistic protection. This grade commands a premium and may face different competitive dynamics than commodity LDPE or LLDPE film resins, making correct line-level classification important for duty and statistical accuracy.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3901105030 | MED DENSITY POLYETHYLENE, SPEC GRAVITY LT 0.94,NES | $19.9M | 15.01% | $79K |
| 3901105020 | LOW DENSTY POLYMERS, SPECIFIC GRAV. LT 0.94, NESOI | $18.0M | 14.45% | $342K |
| 3901105010 | LINEAR LOW DENS POLYETHLNE,SPEC GRAV LT 0.94,NESOI | $13.8M | 13.29% | $265K |
| 3901101000 | POLYETHYLENE,SPCFC GRVTY LT 0.94,VISCOSITY GT=1.44 | $5.8M | 16.46% | $866K |
MED DENSITY POLYETHYLENE, SPEC GRAVITY LT 0.94,NES
LOW DENSTY POLYMERS, SPECIFIC GRAV. LT 0.94, NESOI
LINEAR LOW DENS POLYETHLNE,SPEC GRAV LT 0.94,NESOI
POLYETHYLENE,SPCFC GRVTY LT 0.94,VISCOSITY GT=1.44
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3901100020 | POLYMERS WITH SPECIFIC GRAV. LT 0.94 | $211.9M |
| 3901100010 | LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE,SPEC GRAV LT 0.94 | $185.2M |
| 3901100030 | MEDIUM DENSITY POLYETHYLENE, SPEC GRAVITY LT 0.94 | $43.7M |
POLYMERS WITH SPECIFIC GRAV. LT 0.94
156.4M kg
LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE,SPEC GRAV LT 0.94
162.1M kg
MEDIUM DENSITY POLYETHYLENE, SPEC GRAVITY LT 0.94
29.1M kg
ARTICLES OF PLASTICS, NESOI
HS 392690
FLOOR, WALL, ETC COVERS, VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMERS
HS 391810
TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS
HS 392410
SACKS & BAGS (INCL CONES) OF POLYMERS OF ETHYLENE
HS 392321
HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES NESOI OF PLASTICS
HS 392490
PLATES, SHEETS ETC, NON-CELL ETC, POLYMER
HS 392010
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $6.5M | $285.4M | +$278.9M |
| South Carolina | $5.2M | $44.4M | +$39.2M |
| Georgia | $4.7M | $17.9M | +$13.1M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | $559K | $208.7M | +$208.1M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $6.8M | $48.9M | +$42.1M |
| LAREDO, TX | $418K | $45.1M | +$44.7M |